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Manny Diaz on SportsCenter
The Miami Hurricanes defensive coordinator joined the world wide leader in sports for an interview last night. Among the topics were his highly ranked defense, what it was like interning for ESPN back in the 90’s, and, of course, the Turnover Chain.
NEW: UM's Manny Diaz on SportsCenter tonight: 'Cuban links,' 'Death Star' and the Canes. https://t.co/95biBSwzXg @CanesFootball pic.twitter.com/lvv3wP8BWI
— Susan Miller Degnan (@smillerdegnan) October 27, 2017
Canes Maximizing Personnel
There’s no doubt that Al Golden left some talent in the cupboard for Mark Richt when he departed from the program. There just wasn’t much depth available to the new coaching staff...or so it seemed. Richt has been able to build up his roster by developing Golden’s leftovers and putting them in positions to succeed. Guys like Malik Rosier, Hayden Mahoney, Darrell Langham, and Michael Jackson were players that many thought would never play at Miami, and here they are now, valued contributors to an undefeated team. Barry Jackson has a nice write-up on the 10 best uses of personnel made by this UM staff in 2017.
Ten smart personnel moves this UM staff has made this year, plus notes: https://t.co/7BE94rupJC
— Barry Jackson (@flasportsbuzz) October 25, 2017
North Carolina Chatter
Here’s a handy little chart breaking down how Miami and UNC compare in major statistical categories ahead of Saturday’s matchup. Spoiler Alert: UM leads in every single one.
heading into Saturday's matchup with the Tar Heels. pic.twitter.com/9bVif8009f
— Canes Football (@CanesFootball) October 26, 2017
InsidetheU’s David Lake also did a good job summarizing North Carolina, and here he gives you eight stats to know about UM’s upcoming opponent.
After a rash of injuries hit the team around the FSU game, UM is slowly starting to get healthy. Only Dee Delaney (probable) is listed on this week’s injury report for UNC, while players previously listed, such as Ahmmon Richards (hamstring), Navaughn Donaldson (ankle), and Sheldrick Redwine (concussion), are nowhere to be found. Cam summarized this pretty nicely below.
Miami Hurricanes Football: Injury report for North Carolina game. IR is thin which means #Canes are getting healthy https://t.co/zpNISUhy06 pic.twitter.com/PeLogudjsO
— StateOfTheU.com (@TheStateOfTheU) October 26, 2017
Hoops Hype
As you may have heard, Miami basketball is set up for a very good season. The roster is in place, mixing solid veterans with an exciting freshman class. Late last week, the preseason Coaches Poll listed Miami at #12, the highest ranking EVER for UM to start the season. And yesterday at ACC Media Week, the Canes were picked to finish 4th in a loaded ACC in 2017-18. I’m more than ready to see Coach L and the boys back out on the hardwood.
Miami Hurricanes Basketball picked 4th in preseason ACC Media Poll. Time to grind. #Canes #TheU https://t.co/7dhl5s7Q8C pic.twitter.com/MWFxqgC88Q
— StateOfTheU.com (@TheStateOfTheU) October 26, 2017
Quick Hitters
Malik Rosier is starting to get some love from NFL scouts.
Who's the most underrated QB in college football?@MoveTheSticks polls 5 @nfl execs. 3 players receive vote.https://t.co/hY9MoXKjoP #Ask5 pic.twitter.com/A23SqdxVxU
— CollegeFootball 24/7 (@NFL_CFB) October 25, 2017
I always love these: it’s the Pro Football Focus All-ACC Teams of the Week, offense and defense. It’s done by PFF’s own ratings in which they go back, view film, and evaluate every player’s game by each play, then compile all the stats into one final grade. This past week against Syracuse, 4 Canes made the team: Kc McDermott and Trevor Darling on offense and Michael Pinckney and Michael Jackson on defense.
PFF Week 8 - ACC Team of the Week - Offense pic.twitter.com/DCG8Ag26gc
— PFF College Football (@PFF_College) October 24, 2017
PFF Week 8 - ACC Team of the Week - Defense pic.twitter.com/BWAd1aG4Dd
— PFF College Football (@PFF_College) October 24, 2017
That’s it Canes fam. Enjoy your Halloween weekend, with a dose of a Tar Heel whipping added in for good measure.